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Editorial: Taxes and the damage done

Bravo to Governor Gina Raimondo for aiming to make Rhode Island the first state in the nation to get all of its power from renewable energy. That end-of decade goal might just be achievable and could … more

1/23/20

East Bay Homes - Fall 2021

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9/8/21

Westport Shorelines - Thursday, June 16, 2022

6/16/22

Letter: Wind power needed more than ever these days

To the editor: I enjoyed reading your article mentioning how a number of businesses and recreational activities will be adversely impacted (by the Mayflower Wind proposal, Aug. 25, The Portsmouth … more

9/12/22

New St. Mary Academy-Bay View president Amy Gravell.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View names Gravell as new school president

EAST PROVIDENCE — Amy Gravell, a Providence resident and alumna with a long history in leadership positions for non-profit organizations, has been selected to become the fourth president in the … more

4/3/23

A row of wrapped boats still await their spring awakening at Striper Marina near the Barrington Yacht Club. Striper is one of the numerous local marinas where boaters can take part in a fee-based recycling program for the shrinkwrap waste.

From wrap to recycle

Everyone living along the New England coastline is familiar with the sight of marinas in the winter. They transform into seas of plastic white, with thousands of boats shrink-wrapped for their … more

By Julia Stearly | 4/25/23

The Westport soccer team is headed to the championship after blanking Boston International 2-0 during the D-5 semifinals on Tuesday night. In photo, Will Quinlan (left), Nazaiah Pacheco celebrate with Zachary Lopes after he assisted on Tommy Bernard's second half goal.

Westport to face Douglas in championship on Saturday

Marcos Dutra Africano and Tommy Bernard scored as the gritty Westport soccer team shut out Boston International 2-0 in the Division 5 state semifinal game at Scituate High School on Tuesday night. … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 11/17/23

Westport police: Two OUIs over the weekend

Sunday, April 7 A 911 caller reported a disturbance on American Legion Highway just before 10:30 a.m. Animal complaints came in from Cherry and Webb Lane at 11:06 a.m. A caller from … more

4/16/24

Letter: D is for Democracy, not Disrespect

To the editor: How sad it is that a good argument can be made that the “D” in America’s DNA stands for Disrespect. Slavery and its aftermath and the massacre and … more

8/10/21

Illustration provided by Mayflower Wind shows how proposed cables would make landfall in Portsmouth at Island Park Beach, follow Boyds Lane underground to Anthony Road, and then take one of three as-yet-undetermined routes before transitioning back to offshore in Mt. Hope Bay. The cables would eventually make it to the regional transmission system at Brayton Point in Somerset.

Portsmouth delays vote on resolution opposing Mayflower cable

PORTSMOUTH — A resolution to oppose the installation of the Mayflower Wind transmission cable in the Sakonnet River was on Monday’s agenda for a vote by the Town Council, but no action … more

By Jim McGaw | 8/23/22

Coach Scot Boudria gives Coltrane McGonigle a big hug with his brother, Elijah, 15, and mom, Kate, looking on.

Holbrook torpedoes Westport 72-68 on an emotional senior night

The Westport basketball team celebrated an emotional senior night, before falling to Holbrook 72-68 in front of a packed gymnasium at the high school on Friday night. Wildcats seniors Hunter Brodeur, … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 2/12/23

Providence Country Day School announces 2022-23 second trimester honor roll

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Providence Country Day School has named its 2022-2023 second trimester honor roll. For Middle School (Classes of 2027-2030), students earn High Honors with all grades of … more

4/3/23

Letter: Can't wait to start as Westport's new athletic director

My name is Shelly Morris, and I am honored and humbled to be named the new Director of Athletics/Student Activities Coordinator . I would first like to thank Superintendent Thomas Aubin, … more

8/2/23

Ducks lined up in a row prior to the start of last year's Duck Derby at Allens Pond.

It's ready, set, duck! in Westport

There's still time to sponsor an entry in Mass Audubon's much-anticipated Duck Derby, which races this Friday, August 25. The popular fund-raiser annually features thousands of rubber ducks … more

8/21/23

The assessment for this home at 1985F Main Road increased from $1.54 million to $1.75 million in the town's recent re-assessment. Overall, residential properties rose 10 percent on average.

Property assessments up across the board in Westport

Property assessments are rising across town as Westport finishes up its first full revaluation in three years — but if yours went up, you may not see a tax increase, as the tax rate will be … more

By Ted Hayes | 11/17/23

Letter: Article sounds like it was written by a man suing the town

Article sounds like it was written by a man suing the town Editor's note: The Shorelines article referred to in this letter was published last week and was a summation of … more

4/16/24

Westport Shorelines - Thursday, January 31, 2019

1/31/19

Raimondo: Six more deaths, 288 new cases of coronavirus

There were six more deaths, 288 new cases and 169 people reported to be in the hospital in relation to the coronavirus, announced Gov. Gina Raimondo during her daily briefing Friday afternoon. That … more

4/10/20

Little Compton vineyard wants full BV license

Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyard owners want the right to sell distilled spirits on their property, and the Little Compton Town Council members voted Thursday evening to seek legal input from the town's … more

By Ted Hayes | 3/25/22

"Mickey" documentary showing at The Eisenhower House

Newport film outdoors will be showing "Mickey: The Story of a Mouse" at The Eisenhower House on Thursday, August 11. There will be food trucks on-site and live music by Chelsea Ambrose and … more

8/10/22

Westport Shorelines - Thursday, November 9, 2017

11/8/17

Distinctive HOMES | Winter 2022

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12/21/22

Letter: Enrollment figures show Westport's student trends

Thanks to Shorelines for several in depth articles regarding town finances and efforts to make a decision regarding the “old” Westport High School. What I found surprising was the … more

8/21/23

Westport catboat lover gets the axe

Westport resident John E. Conway was recently presented with the "Broad Axe Award" from the Catboat Association of Bristol, RI for his work in restoring Suspect , an exceedingly rare, 1892 D-Class … more

2/1/24

Letter: Please help postal employees stay safe

To the editor: During these challenging times, postal employees are working hard to ensure residents stay connected with their world through the mail. Whether it’s medications, a package, … more

4/10/20